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GWM ORA 03 vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (171 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 or McLaren GT Series?

GWM ORA 03 vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

GWM ORA 03

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
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McLaren GT Series

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ORA 03

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

GWM ORA 03 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 142,294 £.

GT Series

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren GT Series offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 464 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers significantly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: GWM ORA 03 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is barely lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,615 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers significantly more boot space – 420 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 192 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 03 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £33,400
ORA 03

GWM ORA 03

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 171 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 310 - 420 km
GWM ORA 03
McLaren GT Series

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GWM ORA 03

The ORA 03 is a cheeky, design-led electric compact that pairs bold looks with a surprisingly practical interior, giving buyers a fresh alternative to the usual sober choices. It’s easy to live with day-to-day thanks to clever packaging, modern tech and city-friendly manners, so shoppers after an affordable EV with personality should put the ORA 03 on their shortlist.

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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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GWM ORA 03
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
228 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
315 - 355 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
171 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
126 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
GWM
Brand
McLaren
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